Clinical Assessor and Coverage Provider - (Hybrid, Full-Time)
Virginia, United States

About the role

AnswersNow is looking for a Clinical Assessor and Coverage Provider (“CACP”) who will be the first clinical point of contact for Virginia Medicaid families seeking virtual ABA services with AnswersNow. The CACP will be responsible for completing an in-person direct observation in the client’s home, including a parent interview. The CACP will then complete the rest of the ABA initial assessment. This role includes regional travel possibly including overnight stays.

Job Details

• Full-Time W2

• Regional Openings:

  • (Southwest) Virginia, Roanoke

  • (Southeast)- Virginia Beach, Chesapeake

  • (North)- Washington DC

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree with a focus in Behavior Analysis or similar

• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification (required)

• At least 5 years-experience (post-certification) in applied settings providing both case management and staff supervision

• Experience providing ABA therapy and caregiver training as well as conducting assessments via telehealth (preferred)

• Valid drivers license

• Reliable personal vehicle for transportation

What we offer

• Flexible compensation: potential to earn up to $110,000k+

• Long-Term Incentive: Equity Incentive through equity ownership in AnswersNow

• Reimbursement for Travel: Cover major travel expenses, including daily meal stipend

• Flexible Time-Off: Paid time off and company holidays

• Continuing Education: CEUs provided through internal and invited speakers, and monthly newsletters sharing low or no-cost virtual events

• Health Benefits: Medical, vision and dental care options

• Other Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K, Monthly Development Fund and professional verbal and written communication skills

What you’ll do

• Conduct initial assessments and make clinical recommendations for treatment dosage within a virtual, focused care model of ABA therapy

  • Conduct in-person observations in the client’s natural environment to include general observation, FBAs, direct assessments, and caregiver interviews

  • Write high-quality initial treatment plans and review these plans with the clients’ families and ongoing Clinical Care Provider to ensure alignment

  • Effectively transition clients to ongoing Clinical Care Provider

• Complete all clinical documentation according to AnswersNow policies and professional standards (i.e., timeliness, completeness, etc.)

• Communicate directly with families to schedule in-person initial assessments and required virtual follow up

• Attend company and team meetings as scheduled (i.e., Monthly All Hands, Monthly Care Delivery Team Meeting, Weekly 1:1 with direct supervisor)

• Conduct virtual initial assessments as assigned by Clinical Leadership

• Maintain continuity of care by providing coverage last-minute and advanced vacation coverage for other clinicians

• Provide short-term care to clients while they wait for long-term placement with their ongoing BCBA as assigned by Clinical Leadership

• Provide at minimum of 25 billable hours per week on average

More About AnswersNow

At AnswersNow, we’re committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a pleasant and supportive place to work. We'd love to have you come join us here! AnswersNow is fully remote and open to hiring folks within the US. For more information, please visit getanswersnow.com.

Compensation Range: $75K - $110K